Bridging

The strength of your hip extensor muscles and abdominal muscles are very important in assisting you with stabilization of your pelvis and in improving your overall ability to maintain your balance. Your gluteus maximus and abdominal muscles help in stabilizing you when performing dynamic activities such as walking, running, climbing stairs and lifting or carrying items around your house or on the job. If your hip and core muscles are not strong enough, this leads to poor balance and an increase in episodes of falls. The bridging exercise is a great way to assist in strengthening and isolating these muscles. Watch the video below to see how it works! Our next Free Fall Prevention Workshop will be August 20th at 11 AM at Flex Physical Therapy, 928 Valley view Dr. suite #7, Council Bluffs, IA 51503. We will have coffee and special treats for everyone! We can’t wait to see you there!